Mining

Expert environmental services for mining: approvals, compliance, water and land management, and closure strategies to reduce risk.

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Paul Davey

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Driving Sustainable Solutions for Mining Projects Across Australia

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CDM Smith Australia supports mining projects with tailored environmental services—water management, remediation, and compliance strategies for risk reduction and growth.

Strategic Advisory & Approvals

Helping proponents plan mine developments with strategic approvals advice, pathway mapping, stakeholder engagement, and regulator liaison to de-risk schedules and secure timely decisions.

Environmental Compliance & Permitting

Helping mining operations meet regulatory requirements through expert permitting, audits, and risk management strategies to ensure full compliance and reduce delays.

Site Assessment & Remediation

Providing integrated site assessment and remediation services—covering contamination investigations, risk evaluations, and PFAS and acid sulfate soil strategies—to achieve land restoration and environmental compliance.

Mine Closure & Rehabilitation

Developing comprehensive closure strategies and rehabilitation plans that prioritize environmental stewardship, community expectations, and long-term sustainability.

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Hydrogeological support for West Musgrave nickel-copper project

Supporting BHP with groundwater modelling, mine water management and environmental assessments for the West Musgrave nickel-copper project in WA.

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Confidential Location

GDE risk assessment for Coal Seam Gas development

Eco-hydrogeological investigations and groundwater management supporting Coal Seam Gas development in Queensland’s Surat Basin.

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Confidential Location

Mine Closure Plan Review and Benchmarking – Gold Mining Client

CDM Smith conducted a companywide review and benchmarking of Mine Closure Plans across WA operations, aligning them with the 2024 Draft Guidelines.

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I’m passionate about advancing mining through responsible environmental management—finding solutions that balance industry growth with lasting stewardship.

Paul Davey, BE EnvSc

Principal Environmental Scientist

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Paul Davey is Director and Northern Regional Lead with 20+ years delivering water, groundwater, and PFAS solutions for government and industry.

Technical Practices

Supporting practices that enhance project outcomes across the lifecycle.

Water

CDM Smith Australia’s Water Discipline delivers integrated solutions for managing water resources sustainably and efficiently.

Digital

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Environmental Approvals and Planning

Integrated environmental approvals and planning services supporting government, private and community projects across Australia.

Environment and Technology

Integrated environmental solutions that help clients manage risk, meet regulatory requirements, and achieve sustainable business outcomes.

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